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#193 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 8% in state

Maple Place Middle School

Middle School · Oceanport School District

MAPLE PLACE 2 MAPLE PLACE, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

5th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Oceanport

#1 of 2

public schools

New Jersey middle schools

#27 of 441

In district

#1 of 2

Oceanport School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Maple Place Middle School

Maple Place Middle School is a public middle school in Oceanport, NJ, part of the Oceanport School District. The school serves approximately 273 students in grades 5th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.2th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 62% proficiency in math, 27 points above the state average and 68% in reading/language arts, 15 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $156,196, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, Maple Place Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69%
Math vs. State Avg+24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68%
Expected (poverty-adj.)61%
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,955

Maple Place Middle School — Students at Maple Place Middle School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.4%
School
State
35.2%
ELA Proficiency 68.4%
School
State
53.5%

Based on 16 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
60%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
66.1%
ELA
68.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Maple Place Middle School Compares

See how Maple Place Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

MAPLE PLACE 2 MAPLE PLACE, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Place Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frank Antonides School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Long Branch), with a very similar rating. Another option is Markham Place School (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Long Branch Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oceanport, see our Oceanport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Gregory Elementary School Long Branch 0.9 mi 4.0
A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch 1.0 mi 6.6
Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch 1.3 mi 7.6
Morris Avenue Elementry School Long Branch 1.6 mi 7.6
Joseph M. Ferraina Early Childhood Learning Center Long Branch 1.4 mi 7.1
Monmouth Beach Elementary School Monmouth Beach 1.5 mi 8.0
Wolf Hill School Oceanport 1.5 mi 5.3
Shore Regional High School West Long Branch 1.8 mi 8.1
Point Road School Little Silver 1.7 mi 8.8
Frank Antonides School West Long Branch 2.0 mi 8.4
Betty McElmon Elementary School West Long Branch 2.0 mi 7.0
Long Branch Middle School Long Branch 2.0 mi 6.6
Long Branch High School Long Branch 2.1 mi 5.4
Academy of Law & Public Safety Long Branch 2.2 mi 7.6
BET YAAKOV OF THE JERSEY SHORE West Long Branch 2.3 mi 5.7
ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Long Branch 2.5 mi 5.5
JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver 2.1 mi
Meadowbrook Eatontown 2.2 mi 7.8
Markham Place School Little Silver 2.3 mi 8.0
Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver 2.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,196

Median Home Value

$685,800

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Population

6,130

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

93.5%

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

48.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Maple Place Middle School has a median household income of $156,196. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $685,800, with a median rent of $1,310/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Frank Antonides School West Long Branch, NJ 8.4
Holdrum Middle School River Vale, NJ 8.4
Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake, NJ 8.4
Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes, NJ 8.5
Charles DeWolf Middle School Old Tappan, NJ 8.3
Memorial Middle School Eatontown, NJ 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Place Middle School

What grades does Maple Place Middle School serve?

Maple Place Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Maple Place Middle School?

Maple Place Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Place Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Place Middle School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Place Middle School rank in NJ?

Maple Place Middle School is ranked #193 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Maple Place Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Place Middle School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Maple Place Middle School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Maple Place Middle School has 62.4% math proficiency and 68.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Maple Place Middle School a charter school?

No, Maple Place Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maple Place Middle School a Title I school?

No, Maple Place Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Place Middle School?

5.5% of students at Maple Place Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (421/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Oceanport). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monmouth County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Oceanport School District
District Enrollment
570
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,120
District Rank
#1 of 2

Other Schools in This District

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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